Song co-written by patients and staff to raise money for cancer charities worldwide.“Shine is a wonderful project and deserves maximum support.” Ivan Lewis MP, then Health Minister“I really enjoyed listening to Shine. It’s a very poignant and positive song, and I wish it the best of luck.” Mark James, former Ryder Cup Captain

As part of her work with a Cancer support charity in Manchester and St. Ann’s Hospice in Cheshire, Country singer Sue James started the patient support processwhich culminated in the song Shine. Patients, families and staff helped write the song and helped themselves to express their personal losses in an inspirational project.As a lasting tribute to everyone involved, and in loving memory of one of the patient-writers who has since died, the song has now been re-mastered to raise funds for Cancer charities around the world.Thanks to the Strongroom studios inLondon, the legendary recording base for music icons from Tom Jones, The Who and Robin Gibbs to The Saturdays, Lily Allen and Kylie.Thanks to Sue James, UK multi-nominated country star, co-author of ‘5 Stars and The Moon’ with Ray Wrinkler (’Welcome To My World’ Jim Reeves); seven European top ten hits including two Number Ones; andextensively toured with George Hamilton V, Charley Pride and Raymond Froggatt.Sue’s already thinking about a follow up charity track ‘Call 911’ co-written in Nashville by Sue after an inspirationalvisit with Mary Reeves (wife of the legendary Jim Reeves) and writer Ray Wrinkler.

“Shine is a beautiful piece of music by any standards, and does what music does best; uplifts, offers a feeling of hope, and expresses the pinnacle of what the human spirit can do. Well done and then some to the writers of Shine.”Bob Welch ex-Fleetwood Mac, Capitol Records Artist.

“Congratulations, what a wonderful achievement. I know music can be such a comfort.” Sheila Hancock, Actress.

“The team have listened to the song and think it’s wonderful. Thank you!” MacMillan Cancer Care

“We are delighted you have a link to donate to us. Thanks to everyone involved with the song, we are very grateful.” The Prostate Cancer Charity

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“What an amazing project. Remember those we’ve lost and raise money for charity.”CLIC Sargent

“The song is a wonderful piece of music which will offer hope and inspiration to so many people.”Cancer Research UK

“Sue has performed many times for the patients of Cancer Aid. The warmth of her voice and her love shines through.” Cancer Aid & Listening Line

Special thanks to Lloyds Pharmacy Radio for their support.

Special ThanksA big thank you to the pupils and staff ofSt. Anthony’s Primary School in Woodhouse Park.Their donation for Clic Sargent, and their support for Shine is just amazing!

We’re so honoured that the fabulous Macclesfield Male Voice Choir included a special arrangement of Shine, written by Dr Alwyn Humphrey, in their season repertoire.

The Macclesfield Male Voice Choir have been inspiring audiences for over half a century, and their members have one thing in common - the love and enjoyment of singing.The Choir continue to perform locally at venues like the Royal Northern College of Music, as well as supporting local charities. They have also toured internationally in places like Canada, Ireland and the Czech Republic, where they were awarded a Bronze Award at the Prague Festival of Advent Music.Choir members are recruited from within the old borough of Macclesfield and they welcome new members with or without choral experience but who love to sing.Enquiries are welcome. EMAIL

Sue James with MMVC joint secretary Paul Heritage

Gloria Hunniford

“Shine is a gorgeous song, and it was a wonderful idea to get the patients involved in the workshop. Many thanks.”

“Suzannah has been to us on many occasions to sing for our patients. She has an instinctive ability to pitch her song choices to suit the audience, from one occasion to another. She is so sensitive to their needs and has an aura of peacefulness and just the right amount of fun required to lift the spirits of not only the patients but the staff as well.The feedback from patients, staff and volunteers is always glowing and we are just so reluctant to let her leave!”Olwyn PerkinTeam Leader Day Therapy Sercvices

Article: Media Quest North WestWritten by: Rick Bowen

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